Cinnamon Roll Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the comforting flavors of a classic cinnamon roll with the simplicity of a cake. Featuring a soft, buttery texture and a rich cinnamon swirl throughout, this cake is topped with a creamy, tangy cream cheese icing. It's perfect for brunch, dessert, or even as a special breakfast treat. Serve it warm for a gooey, melt-in-your-mouth experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
  
  

• 1 cup granulated sugar
  
  

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  
  

• 1 cup milk
  
  

• 2 large eggs
  
  

• 1 tablespoon baking powder
  
  

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  
  

• 1/4 teaspoon salt
  
  

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  
  

• 1 cup brown sugar
  
  

• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  
  

For the Cream Cheese Icing:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  
  

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  
  

• 1 cup powdered sugar
  
  

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

• 2–3 tablespoons milk (to thin icing)
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
   
   

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the flour, sugar, butter, milk, eggs, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
   
   

3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
   
   

4. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the swirl. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the cake batter, then use a knife to swirl it through the batter, creating a marbled effect.
   
   

5. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   
   

6. While the cake bakes, make the cream cheese icing by beating together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
   
   

7. Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the cream cheese icing over the top and spread it evenly.
   
   

8. Serve warm for a gooey, cinnamon roll-like experience!
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving, approx.):

• Calories: 400 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 18 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 11 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 55 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 150 mg
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 58 g
  
  

• Dietary Fiber: 1 g
  
  

• Sugars: 44 g
  
  

• Protein: 3 g